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County to seek new contract for animal services after River Valley Vet requests $500 increase; staff to issue RFP
Summary
River Valley Vet requested a $500 monthly increase to the county contract for housing animals. Commissioners directed staff to prepare an RFP for animal sheltering services and to continue current month-to-month payments while procurement proceeds.
River Valley Vet asked Morgan County on Jan. 7 for a $500 monthly increase to the 2025 allotment for housing and caring for animals sheltered under the county's animal-services arrangement. Jason Lott, speaking for River Valley Vet, said rising costs for labor, utilities and maintenance justify the increase and described the kennel capacity and services the vet clinic provides.
Lott told commissioners River Valley Vet currently provides eight kennels and outdoor runs, cares for animals morning and night, and handles health needs while animals are sheltering. He said the operation…
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